PHP Web Developer
Location: NZ, N, Auckland

Company profile:
Tailor is a digital agency specialising in three things:User interface design and development for enterpriseWe work alongside the development teams of large organisations like Auckland Transport and Progressive Enterprises to design and build (front-end code) the user interface for complex websites and applications. Digital platform design, development and ongoing support for SMEs and entrepreneursWe work with dynamic organisations like My Food Bag and All Blacks Tours to build bespoke systems and apps that are core to their business. We provide a comprehensive range of digital product development services, including strategy, technical scoping, product management, ongoing support and optimisation. Digital development and ongoing support for agenciesWe partner with advertising and marketing agencies to do the “heavy lifting” digital development they can’t do in-house. This is primarily large-scale CMS-based websites, but we also build mobile apps, Facebook apps, and other complex websites. To deliver this unique mix, we’ve got an incredibly diverse but talented team of people - each of whom shares the founders’ passion and pragmatic approach to creating great digital solutions.We're extremely proud of our team, and genuinely believe that our people are our greatest asset. As such, we strive to provide a working environment that is among the best in the industry.We offer:An open culture, where diversity and personality are most welcomeA range of office perks - fridge and pantry stocked with 'healthy' treats, weekly team lunch etc.Personal/professional development - we provide a generous annual allowance to develop your skills and/or attend conferences Work-life balance - we are flexible with working hours and fully supportive of other life/family commitments - school/childcare, sports teams, extra study, and side-projects/business venturesFrom this year, we will offer staff the opportunity to invest (and/or work for equity) in a couple of internal projects we are looking to commercialise

Job description:
We're looking for motivated, talented PHP developer to join our Auckland-based team.This role will be split 50/50 between our Digital Production department, where you'll get to work on a wide variety projects for some of NZ's most well-known brands and companies, and working on an exciting internal project that we intend to commercialise later this year.

Requirements:
Technically we're looking for:GENERALStrong ability to scope development work accurately and in-line with time and cost constraintsAbility to propose and recommend creative solutions as well as communicate them clearly and effectivelyStrong Object Oriented Programming skillsKnowledge of and experience with source/version control systemsKnowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (and common JavaScript libraries)PHP/WEB APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT3+ years experience developing web applicationsStrong knowledge of PHP 5, UNIX shell, SQL, XMLExperience with major PHP frameworks (e.g. Symfony, Kohana, etc.)Extensive experience with LAMP stack and open source software in generalStrong CMS experience - ideally with systems such as Wordpress, Silverstripe and Expression EngineStrong experience with MySQLUnderstanding and applying SDLC principlesExperience with any of the following a bonus, but not essential:iOS developmentRuby on Rails.NETPersonally, you'll be:An excellent problem solver and love technical challengesA proactive team player, with strong collaboration skills across all levels and situationsSelf-motivated, and able to multi-task.Able to take initiative to be productive and efficient.A great communicator (both in person and in writing), particularly while interacting with individuals with a range of technical understanding.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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